My review of the not-so-new Saddleback Leather Flight Bag...my favorite leather computer bag. Check out irresponsiblegeek.com for more. Music: www.bensound.com
Just received my Saddleback Leather Flight Bag yesterday and stumbled across your video review. And just wanted to say, you nailed it, nice job. The only thing I didn’t hear was something about the 416 (or whatever) special stainless steel they utilize for all of their metal, which is really a minor point anyway. The camerawork, editing and narration were smooth, natural and engaging. Just wanted to drop a note of encouragement and am looking forward to seeing more of your content. Cheers!
I like their Chromium tanned leather. Vegetable tanned leather is nice but super waxy and extremely stiff! Plus Vegy tanned leather usually doesn't come with a liner or nylon inserts for durability.
Thanks for the comment! I've always been interested in the Front Pocket Briefcase, but since I already have the Classic Briefcase, I couldn't justify it. The major difference would be size, as the Flight Bag is roughly 2 to 3 inches smaller in each dimension. If you're going to be packing your bag full of stuff or if you need lots of extra space "just in case," then you'll want the Briefcase. But if you can slim down your packing, I think you'd be happier with the Flight Bag overall. I hope that helps!
@@scottsmith4148 Thanks a bunch Scott I have the flight bag enroute to me now for comparison who knows i may keep both of them. Thanks again. i took the front pocket brief case to work today and it was truly a hassle opening and continuing to close the over flap over and over again because it not balance if the flap is not secured. So i'm waiting to see if the flight bag will have enough space for me to carry it as EDC.
None at all! I don't buckle the top strap...I have a feeling that if you cinch it super tight, it'll put too much stress on the leather and it'll collapse (I saw an example in the Facebook fan group). Mine has been great.
Thanks for the comment! I’m still in love with mine so I won’t be selling, but I’d recommend checking out the Saddleback buy/sell/trade group on Facebook. People are always selling things on there. Might as well join the Saddleback fan group on Facebook as well just to see photos of everyone’s bags and customizations.
Not sure what you mean by weak point. The hinge is super strong and hasn't shown any signs of weakening. I think I saw one post in the Facebook fan group of someone's bag that had collapsed a bit so it doesn't stand straight up and the opening is a little awkward. That tells me that they routinely cinch the strap down as hard as it'll go, which is a huge mistake. I actually never buckle the top strap at all, but even if I did, I'd definitely make sure not to pull it too tight. Thus far, mine is standing tall and proud.
Scott Smith I guess I worded it wrong what I meant was that kind of opening hinge system like to kick out or bend inwards or out after few years of use I have a older leather tote type bag with that kind of opening and it has worn on one side and is very hard to open and close, just curious to how it feels in the hand while opening it. Does it feel solid or can you feel play in the hinge? Thank you
@@75thteaster54 Since the Saddleback Gladstone products have only been around for about a year and a half, there's no way to know how they'll age just yet, but I can tell you that it feels extremely solid. There's no play in it whatsoever. I handed mine to a friend once to check it out and he started manhandling it and it made me cringe...yes, they're meant to be used and abused, but everything has its limit. He's also the kind of guy that breaks everything he owns, though. I think that if you take care of it, it'll last a very long time.
nice bag nice video...crude comments from saddleback leather....live relatives fighting over the bag after your gone....you unsold me Saddleback ..no class.
Just received my Saddleback Leather Flight Bag yesterday and stumbled across your video review. And just wanted to say, you nailed it, nice job. The only thing I didn’t hear was something about the 416 (or whatever) special stainless steel they utilize for all of their metal, which is really a minor point anyway. The camerawork, editing and narration were smooth, natural and engaging. Just wanted to drop a note of encouragement and am looking forward to seeing more of your content. Cheers!
Good Review, short, sweet informative and well edited. Review more bags.
Fantastic review!
Thank you! More to come!
dang.. really liking this bag. Thanks for the review. :)
I like their Chromium tanned leather. Vegetable tanned leather is nice but super waxy and extremely stiff!
Plus Vegy tanned leather usually doesn't come with a liner or nylon inserts for durability.
Absulutetly love it
Hey. where to buy such frames for briefcase ?
The best
Lovely video Scott 👌🏼🇮🇳
Thank you!
Great video. I'm looking to exchange my front pocket briefcase, I love the accessibility of the flight bag thoughts? Pro and cons. Please
Thanks for the comment! I've always been interested in the Front Pocket Briefcase, but since I already have the Classic Briefcase, I couldn't justify it. The major difference would be size, as the Flight Bag is roughly 2 to 3 inches smaller in each dimension. If you're going to be packing your bag full of stuff or if you need lots of extra space "just in case," then you'll want the Briefcase. But if you can slim down your packing, I think you'd be happier with the Flight Bag overall. I hope that helps!
@@scottsmith4148 Thanks a bunch Scott I have the flight bag enroute to me now for comparison who knows i may keep both of them. Thanks again. i took the front pocket brief case to work today and it was truly a hassle opening and continuing to close the over flap over and over again because it not balance if the flap is not secured. So i'm waiting to see if the flight bag will have enough space for me to carry it as EDC.
Scott I do have one question now that you have had the flight bag for a while. Any problems with the Gladstone opening?
None at all! I don't buckle the top strap...I have a feeling that if you cinch it super tight, it'll put too much stress on the leather and it'll collapse (I saw an example in the Facebook fan group). Mine has been great.
Hey! Beautiful bag! I currently own their classic thin briefcase but looking to change things up. Any chance you'd like to sell this? Thanks!
Thanks for the comment! I’m still in love with mine so I won’t be selling, but I’d recommend checking out the Saddleback buy/sell/trade group on Facebook. People are always selling things on there. Might as well join the Saddleback fan group on Facebook as well just to see photos of everyone’s bags and customizations.
@@scottsmith4148 Thanks for the advice!
Charge on!
I heard that opening system is the major weak point in the bag, hows it holding up?
Not sure what you mean by weak point. The hinge is super strong and hasn't shown any signs of weakening. I think I saw one post in the Facebook fan group of someone's bag that had collapsed a bit so it doesn't stand straight up and the opening is a little awkward. That tells me that they routinely cinch the strap down as hard as it'll go, which is a huge mistake. I actually never buckle the top strap at all, but even if I did, I'd definitely make sure not to pull it too tight. Thus far, mine is standing tall and proud.
Scott Smith I guess I worded it wrong what I meant was that kind of opening hinge system like to kick out or bend inwards or out after few years of use I have a older leather tote type bag with that kind of opening and it has worn on one side and is very hard to open and close, just curious to how it feels in the hand while opening it. Does it feel solid or can you feel play in the hinge? Thank you
@@75thteaster54 Since the Saddleback Gladstone products have only been around for about a year and a half, there's no way to know how they'll age just yet, but I can tell you that it feels extremely solid. There's no play in it whatsoever. I handed mine to a friend once to check it out and he started manhandling it and it made me cringe...yes, they're meant to be used and abused, but everything has its limit. He's also the kind of guy that breaks everything he owns, though. I think that if you take care of it, it'll last a very long time.
What size hydro flask fits in the bag?
@@jeffreylee7349 I have the 20oz wide mouth hyrdo flask and it fits nicely.
Is that your messenger on sale on eBay?
Yup!
nice bag nice video...crude comments from saddleback leather....live relatives fighting over the bag after your gone....you unsold me Saddleback ..no class.
They have crude humor. It's not for everyone. But I assure you that their designs are quite refined for durability.
You won't be able to control the fam from the grave! Haha